TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10
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Palm Springs San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour 3 hr
TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
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131 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Palm Springs
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Ride open-air trails through the San Andreas Fault Zone, explore a slot canyon, and visit a palm oasis and recreated Cahuilla village.
About this tour
Travel into the heart of California’s San Andreas Fault Zone on a Palm Springs San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour, where steep-walled canyons and rugged desert terrain reveal the forces that shaped the landscape. Only Red Jeep Tours can access Metate Ranch, a striking setting for this open-air adventure.
A naturalist guide leads the way along dirt trails and washes, with stops for short nature walks. You can take an optional short hike through a slot canyon, then visit a natural palm oasis where water bubbles up year-round. Along the route, learn how the Cahuilla people used desert plants to survive in this environment. The experience also includes a guided visit to a recreated Cahuilla village, offering a glimpse into traditional life and culture.
The three-hour ride is bumpy but not extreme. Bring closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and layers, and arrive at the Metate Ranch parking lot 10 minutes before departure. Choose a Palm Springs San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour for a closer look at the desert’s geology, oasis life, and cultural history.
Highlights
- Ride open-air trails through the San Andreas Fault Zone
- Explore steep-walled canyons and dramatic desert landscapes
- Take short nature walks, including an optional slot canyon hike
- Visit a natural palm oasis fed by year-round water
- Discover Cahuilla plant knowledge and a recreated village
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Naturalist-guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
- Granola snacks
- Land use fees
Not included
- Food and drink unless otherwise specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers
Ratings on each provider
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4.82 / 5 · 131 reviews
Important information
- Meet at the Metate Ranch parking lot 10 minutes before departure; follow signs for Red Jeep Tours
- Call the reservation desk a day or two before the tour to confirm pickup time and location
- Closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and layers are strongly advised
- The ride is bumpy on dirt trails and washes, but the tour is not extreme
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- Guests with neck or back problems and guests in their second or third trimester of pregnancy should consult a doctor before the tour
- Service animals are allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At least 2 guests are required per booking
- Tours departing after 1:00 PM are sunset tours
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 180 minutes, or 3 hours.
What language is the guide?
The live guide speaks English.
Where do I meet the Jeep?
Meet at the Metate Ranch parking lot 10 minutes before the tour and follow the signs for Red Jeep Tours.
Is the ride bumpy?
Yes. The route follows dirt trails and washes, so expect a bumpy ride, though the tour is not extreme.
Are afternoon tours at sunset?
Tours departing after 1:00 PM are sunset tours.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.82 from 131 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Palm Springs
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.2.
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